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Reserve the blacks and browns for colder weather; spring is all about color so brighten up your little boy's wardrobe with these bright and bold sneakers. Bonus: they're good for his feet, too.

Shop more great spring shoes for boys in our buying guides.

1. These lime green Naturino canvas sneakers ($32) have a padded insole, so they're extra comfy for running around outside.

2. If you loved Keds as a child (we know we did), you'll be happy to see your son in these red lace-up sneakers ($25) - somehow they look retro and updated at the same time.

3. The Velcro-fasten Puma sneakers ($36) won't slow your little boy down with frequent re-tyings.

4. These eco-friendly Keen sneakers ($40) are made from recycled materials and feature an endangered species embroidered on the ankle. The color combo is sort of irresistible.

5. We just discovered Pablosky; and we really love the sophisticated kahki, navy and red color combo on this pair of sneakers ($51).

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Even the best car seats leave a little something to be desired. Below is a list of our top five car seat accessories - once you have them, you'll wonder how you drove without one. And because the car seat itself is so expensive, all of these accessories are under $50.

1. If your infant isn't quite big enough for his car seat, attach this soft newborn cradler ($10) to keep him supported.

2. If your little one has a tendency to leak through her diapers, cover your car seat with this piddle pad ($13) to keep your investment clean and dry.

3. Driving with your child in the back seat can be nerve-wracking. Give yourself some peace of mind and a view of your baby with this mirror ($8) that attaches to your rear view mirror - you'll be able to see baby for the whole drive.

4. Taking a trip with your car seat? These wheelie car seat bag ($45) is great for transporting a car seat - you'll avoid having lots of strange hands touch it directly.

5. Before your little one

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Today we're taking inspiration from one of our favorite star moms, Reese Witherspoon.

Browse our You Deserve It blog for more fashionable, mom-friendly finds.

We love Reese's timeless black and white outfit - it works for a day in the office, or for a weekend evening out. Here's what you need to recreate the look.

A drapey black cardigan ($38) is a must for every mom's wardrobe (actually, for everyone's wardrobe) - it's extremely versatile, and this one is affordable to boot.

We love the feminine details at the neckline of this simple white blouse ($50).

A go-to pair of fitted black pants can be worn with flats, pumps, or tucked into boots. Try this AG pair ($130) if you're in the market for one.

This is - dare we say it? - the perfect pair of black pumps ($43). The heel is reasonable, the shape is stylish without being overly trendy, and the price is right.

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Shopping for maternity clothes can be exhausting. Trying on item after item to make sure it fits over your bump takes a lot out of you, which is why we recommend Susan Lazar's amazing 4-piece maternity set to all expectant moms.

It's like your maternity wardrobe starter kit-the set comes with four essentials you'll wear throughout your pregnancy (and afterward, too). It's not cheap, but it does contain four pieces - which works out to about $41/item (much more reasonable, especially considering you can repurpose the pieces after you give birth).

Visit our Maternity Shopping Guides for more advice on what to wear when you're expecting.

Here's what you'll get:

The wrap dress is a maternity staple. The silhouette accommodates your growing belly, and this one is it's really flattering and feminine.

The ruched tee is made from the softest material that feels great against your skin, and the ruched design is more flattering than a super-loose cut.

Even if

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Did you know that over 20 million plastic baggies from school lunches go into landfills every day? I will admit that until recently, I contributed to all that baggie buildup, but now I'm hooked on Lunchskins.

Lunchskins was motivated by the need for a more environmentally-friendly alternative to plastic baggies - the pouches are made from the high-quality fabric that's used to store pastries in European bakeries, and they're a perfect size for snacks and sandwiches (not to mention lead- bpa- and phthalate-free). They're dishwasher-safe and mean to be used over and over again, unlike those plastic baggies.

Even better Lunchskins are really cool looking. Check out some of our favorite designs below - definitely prettier than that tired transparent baggie.

The snack bag retails for $8 and can be used to store anything from cookies to fresh fruit.

The sandwich bag is $9 and is available in seven prints in tons of colors - we like this unisex blue print.

The extra

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Every parent knows it's important to get away every once in a while for some adult time - we're huge advocates of date night. We all need it. To make all your future date nights more affordable - we all probably need that, too - we wanted to introduce you to three amazing group-deal sites. The sites give you access to fun (adult) activities across the country for seriously discounted rates. What's not to like?

Check out our You Deserve It blog on MOMfinds for more moms-only finds.

1. LivingSocial.com. This site offers daily deals in cities from Atlanta to Denver (click here for the full list) that give members up to 50% off at the best restaurants, plus discounts on other activities like group hikes. Each deal is only available for a day, so if you like it, buy it. You can also invite friends to buy the same deal (that's the social part); if three of your friends buy it, your deal is free. All of the deals come with expiration dates.

2. CherryDeals.com has

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Of course, I was looking for something totally unrelated when I stumbled upon Walmart.com's maternity clothes. Umm, who knew? Not only are they ridiculously affordable (everything here is less than $20), but some of the styles are really quite chic. Treat yourself to a maternity shopping spree-you'll be able to mix and match the five pieces below all spring long. And at these prices, you can afford it!

Shop more of the best maternity clothes in our buying guides on MOMfinds.

1. The royal purple hue of this scoopneck dress ($18) is simply fantastic, and the ruffled hem and neckline make it a little more special.

2. What expectant mom doesn't need a pair of go-to leggings ($10)? These are Danskin, so they're good quality (read: not see-through).

3. The twist front maxi dress ($18) might be our favorite item in the entire department: Wear it to work or on the weekends, with flat sandals or low wedges.

4. These denim shorts ($14) are just the

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Balmex ($13)

or

Triple Paste ($25)

When I was a nanny in the 90s, as far as I was aware there was only one diaper cream choice you had to make: you decided between Balmex and Desitin. But now, as with everything else, there are oodles of ointments-almost every baby brand out there seems to offer one-and the price range is huge. Some are organic, some are unscented, some are creamy, some are thicker…but if you look closely, you'll notice that almost all of them are zinc oxide-based.

So far, my approach has been this: For the everyday jar by the changing table, the less expensive brands serve me just fine. However, I'll admit I have some of the really pricey stuff for when my daughter has a particularly angry rash - it does seem to heal it miraculously fast.

What about you? Do you covet the costly creams, or stick to the standbys

Share your diaper cream of choice in the comments.

Make diaper-changing easier with one of our favorite changing

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